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1.
New batteries should be given a full charge
before their first use because it is difficult to
know how long batteries have been stored.
2.
Limit use of new batteries for first 5 cycles. New
batteries are not capable of their rated output
until they have been discharged a number of
times.
3.
Do not excessively discharge batteries.
Excessive discharge can cause polarity reversal
of individual cells resulting in complete failure
shortly thereafter. Limited use of new batteries
will minimize the chance of cell reversal.
4.
Check the level of the electrolyte in conventional
liquid electrolyte lead-acid batteries monthly.
Maintain the proper electrolyte level by adding
water when necessary. Electrolyte levels lower
during discharge and rise during charge.
Therefore, it is mandatory that water be added
to cells ONLY when they are fully charged; do
not overfill. Old batteries require more frequent
additions of water compared to new batteries.
5.
Keep the tops of batteries clean and dry to
prevent excessive self-discharge. Keep the
battery terminals reasonably tight.
PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS
1.
Someone should be within range of your voice
or close enough to come to your aid when you
work near a lead-acid battery.
2.
Have plenty of fresh water and soap nearby in
case battery acid contacts skin, clothing, or
eyes.
3.
Wear complete eye and clothing protection and
avoid touching eyes while working near battery.
4.
If battery acid contacts skin or clothing, wash
immediately with soap and water. If acid enters
eye, immediately flood eye with running cold
water for at least 10 minutes and get medical
attention immediately.
5.
Never smoke or allow a spark or flame in vicinity
of battery.
6.
Be extra cautious to reduce the risk of dropping
a metal tool onto the battery. It might spark or
short-circuit the battery or other electrical part
that may cause an explosion.
7.
Remove personal metal items such as rings,
bracelets, necklaces, and watches when
working with a lead-acid battery. A lead-acid
battery can produce a current high enough to
weld a ring or other metal material, causing a
severe burn.
8.
Never charge a frozen battery.
TROUBLESHOOTING
CAUTION: DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE
CHARGER. TAKE THE CHARGER TO A
QUALIFIED SERVICE AGENT WHEN SERVICE
OR REPAIR IS REQUIRED. INCORRECT
REASSEMBLY MAY RESULT IN A RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE.
The following procedures are intended only to
determine if a malfunction may exist in the charger,
or in the equipment and batteries.
DANGER: TO REDUCE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, ALWAYS DISCONNECT BOTH THE
POWER SUPPLY CORD AND THE OUTPUT
CORD BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY
MAINTENANCE OR CLEANING.
CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE THE
CHARGER IF IT IS DAMAGED OR APPEARS TO
BE MALFUNCTIONING. PERSONAL INJURY OR
DAMAGE TO THE CHARGER AND/OR
BATTERIES MAY RESULT.
Use the following chart to help you troubleshoot
problems with the battery and charger system.
There are four different modes that each light can
have: OFF (light is off), SLOW BLINK (light blinks
on and off once per second), FAST BLINK, (light
blinks on and off eight times per second), and
STEADY (light is full on).
RED
LIGHT
GREEN
LIGHT
FUNCTION
Off
Off
No AC power or No battery connected
Steady
Steady
Light test when AC connected
Low Glow
Slow Blink
Charging (less than 80% charged)
Low Glow
Fast Blink
Charging (over 80% charged)
Low Glow
Steady
Normal charge completed
Low Glow
Off
AC power connected, not charging
Steady
Off
Under voltage shutoff, < 18.0 volts
Slow Blink
Off
Over voltage shutoff, > 33.96 volts
Fast Blink
Off
Max. timer shutoff, > 16 hours
1.
If the RED and GREEN lights do not illuminate
within three seconds after the AC power is
applied to the charger, it indicates one of the
following:
a.
The power switch is not in the "ON" position.
b.
The charger is not plugged into a live AC
outlet.
2.
If both lights go off and stay off three to five (3-5)
seconds after the charger connections are
completed, it indicates one of the following and
the charger is prevented from turning on:
a.
The DC plug is not connected to the
equipment receptacle.
